Sushark
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
100
Score
Going back to 2023, Sushark has six inspections in the public record. On Jan 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Menu does not identify which items contain raw” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Sushark's latest score of 100 sits above the Sarasota average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed the menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl with no handle used as a scoop for flour. The operator removed the metal bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
74
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sushi rice (73F - Hot Holding) in the rice cooker. The operator stated the rice had been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: Observed cooked sushi rice (73F - Hot Holding) in the kitchen not held under time as public health control. The operator stated the rice had been held for approximately 3.5 hours. The operator discarded the rice. **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-30: QR code table menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
78
May 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sushi rice (73F - Hot Holding) in the rice cooker. The operator stated the rice had been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator was emailed a time as public health control form.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of drain cleaner stored on top of a plastic container of soy sauce. The chemical was properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over plastic containers of sauce in the reach in cooler nearest the hand sink. Observed raw calamari stored over krab stick in the reach in cooler nearest the hand sink. Observed raw shell eggs stored over sprigs of rosemary in the 2-door reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked rice in the 2-door reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. The operator was emailed written procedures.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. The operator was emailed an employee agreement form. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. The operator printed and posted a consumer advisory. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator was emailed a choking poster.
51-13-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use measuring cups stored in 64F standing water. The operator removed the utensils from the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
37
Dec 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed accumulation of debris on top of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed square hole in the wall near the reach in coolers in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushark last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushark on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushark?
Across the inspection record, “menu does not identify which items contain raw” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sushark.
How does Sushark compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Sushark most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Sushark's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushark have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sushark means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sushark inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushark is inspected around two times per year on average.
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